Japanese Maples: What role do your JMs play in your landscape?, 1 by SongsofJoy

SongsofJoy wrote:
I have 5 large JM's - all of them are planted in the ground in my 0.4 acre yard. I have many mature trees on my property as well, so my yard is fairly sheltered and shaded. I have the tendency to cram things so I have planted JM's in areas where there is not a whole lot of room, but they seem to be doing fine and, so far, do not look like they've outgrown the space.

Here's one of mine tucked in a little corner by my stream and surrounded by tall pines.